Libertarianism
/ˌlɪbərˈtɛəriənɪzəm/
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- (n.) A political philosophy emphasizing individual liberty, minimal state intervention, and free-market principles.
Libertarianism advocates for limited government to maximize personal freedom.
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Often contrasted with authoritarianism; its scope includes debates on economic policy and personal freedoms.
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